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Does it feel like your boss asks you to check in a little too often or hovers over your shoulder? If you have ever worked with a boss (or currently are) that micromanages you, then you are probably familiar with the negative consequences of this type of management. It adds stress to the day, makes things uncomfortable, and wastes time. If your boss is a micromanager, here are a few strategies to make work easier:
Do a Self-Assessment
Sit down and think about your work ethic first. Did you do something that caused your boss to start micromanaging you? Here are a few questions to ask yourself:
1. Do you come in or turn projects in late?
2. Have you been distracted at work lately?
3. Is something going on in your life that is hurting your performance at work?
If you answered yes to one of these questions, then you may want to reevaluate your work ethic before getting mad at your manger. Show them you can do quality work, and the micromanagement may stop.
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Sit down and think about your work ethic first. Did you do something that caused your boss to start micromanaging you? Here are a few questions to ask yourself:
1. Do you come in or turn projects in late?
2. Have you been distracted at work lately?
3. Is something going on in your life that is hurting your performance at work?
If you answered yes to one of these questions, then you may want to reevaluate your work ethic before getting mad at your manger. Show them you can do quality work, and the micromanagement may stop.
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Provide Detailed Updates
Send your boss updates on a project before they request them. Showing that you know what you are doing and are doing it on time shows that you are responsible. Continually communicate about projects and deadlines before they come to you. If they see that you are on top of everything, they may back off a bit.
Ask for Input
You may not actually need it, but if your boss is a micromanager, they love giving input. If you are actually the one asking them for advice, then they will see that you value their advice and listen to their input. Asking questions like “How can I make you feel better informed about my projects so that you can focus on the things you need to get done?” shows them that you care about your projects and subtly reminds them that they might have more important things to be working on.
Give Feedback
While telling your boss you don’t like being micromanaged may not be the best idea, if you feel like there is a good moment to mention it, do so. A great option is during a performance review. Start off with the positive, but don’t be afraid to voice your concerns. For example, “I love working with you, but there is one thing that would make it better…”
Be nice while at the same time open about it, and explain how you feel like your work is being negatively effected. On the other hand, if you are working for a manger that micromanages because they clearly love the power, it could backfire.
"If it’s pathological, you should consider transferring to another part of the company or finding another job,” said Jean-François Manzoni, a professor of management at INSEAD and co-author of The Set-Up-to-Fail Syndrome: How Good Managers Cause Great People to Fail. Just remember that each situation is unique, and consider giving these options a try before throwing in the towel.
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